The amount your lawyer will take off the top of your settlement is a reasonable percentage for all the time and resources they put into your case. This percentage is typically around 33 percent. A Florida personal injury lawyer from our firm will explain how payment works in more detail so there are no surprises.
The average contingency rate falls between 20-40%, with most lawyers charging around 33% to 35% of the total amount recovered in a case. The exact percentage can vary depending on the complexity of the case, the lawyer's experience, and the stage at which the case is resolved.
Retainer agreements (also referred to as representation agreements) are a type of compensation agreement with lawyers either for reserving their employment or as compensation for future services. Also inside the agreement are details on the scope and procedure for the representation.